SPRINGFIELD - A man was murdered and a 12-year-old boy was shot in the leg in a McDonald's parking lot off State Street Saturday. A pool of two dozen shell casings littered the pavement after the double shooting just after 5 p.m. at the Mid-Town Plaza.

The victim of the fatal shooting was 27, according to Sgt. John M. Delaney. The boy was believed to be an unintended victim whose family members took him to the hospital. His injuries were believed to be non-threatening.

There were several community events taking place in the Mason Square neighborhood including a basketball tournament at Rebecca Johnson elementary school where the young victim was reportedly playing.

Police were interviewing witnesses at the scene. The investigation into the city's 13th homicide this is ongoing.